Educational Programs

Literacy Chicago offers a variety of tuition-free adult educational programs and services in reading, English language skills and more. Adults participating in Literacy Chicago programs can expect to raise both their education level and their self-sufficiency. Additionally, parents who improve their reading and writing skills will ultimately increase their children’s literacy levels and life opportunities. For more on our tuition-free services and programs, contact Marquetta McGee, Office Manager by email at Mmcgee@literacychicago.org or by calling 312.870.1100, ext. 104.

Adult Literacy

Literacy Chicago’s Adult Literacy program consists of both one-on-one tutoring and small-group instruction staffed by trained volunteers. Participation in this program will give the adult learners the necessary skills to improve their basic reading, writing and mathematics skills. Find out more about our Adult Literacy program.

Adult Basic Education ABE & GED Preparation

A high-school diploma can pave the way for job opportunities, job advancement, and entry into vocational and college programs. Literacy Chicago offers free preparation classes for adults seeking to earn their GED. Classes are held during the day, in the evenings and at various locations to best meet individual schedules. Find more about our ABE & GED Preparation classes.

NEW - Enrichment for Leadership, Educational Classes! (ELEC)

Workforce Readiness & Employability Skills

No matter what basic skills or education one has, learning how to assimilate into today’s workplace and its many cultures can be daunting. Many Literacy Chicago adult learners find a friendly, supportive environment with this innovative English as a Second Language/Adult Literacy Program. Many of our students have employment related goals, but do not have the employability skills needed to find or hold a job in America. Some must learn how to fill in a job application or create a resume. Others need to develop interviewing skill. Many adult learners benefit form help in job expectations, critical thinking, and conflict resolution. Many may also seek information on how to conduct a job search or associated training programs that match their skills. Literacy Chicago provides classes with practical, interactive activities that prepare our learners for the current job market. Our small group instruction ‘opens the doors’ to self confidence, high-esteem, and self actualization.

English as a Second Language

Non-native English speakers find a friendly, supportive learning environment at Literacy Chicago. Small-class instruction, facilitated by professional paid instructors, or one-on-one tutoring, provided by trained volunteer tutors, emphasize English speaking and listening skills, English vocabulary development, and cultural understanding. Find out more about our English as a Second Language (ESL) program.

Literacy@Work

Literacy Chicago provides on-site classroom training, curriculum development, and technical support for Literacy@Work clients throughout the greater Chicago area. Instruction may stress workplace math, English business communication, and enhanced reading and writing skills for report-writing, understanding manuals, and more, to improve workplace communication, productivity, and morale. Get more information on our Literacy@Work services to start a project at your firm.

For more information

For more on our tuition-free services and programs, contact Marquetta McGee, Office Manager by email at Mmcgee@literacychicago.org or by calling 312.870.1100, ext. 104.